To St. Francis, poverty, which most of us regard as a negative thing and an abstraction, was our Lady Poverty, a person and a playmate; yes, the bride of the religious. But there is a deeper reason why the saints loved poverty - because they were following our Lord Jesus Christ. Should not a Christ follower empty himself of all selfishness and adhere to God's will in obedience, so that he may be filled with all the fullness of God? Father Breton teaches the true scale of... View more info

This book will amaze you with new research from prestigious universities such as Duke and UCLA, documenting scientifically the power of prayer. More important, however, Dr. Cherry shares how God has instructed him to pray with patients. We could all pray "God, heal me in Jesus' name, " but somehow we know there is more to the spiritual side of healing prayer. You will learn how, in faith, to pray effective, fervent prayers that avail much, as the bible instructs.... View more info

Between 1225 and 1226, in the last year of his life, Francis of Assisi composed his celebrated "Canticle of the Sun" (also known as the Canticle of the Creatures") , in which he guves voice to a feeling of appreciation for, and intimate closeness to, the sun, the moon, the earth, and all the elements of nature - which he addresses as "brother" and "sister. " Frank Missant's extensive knowledge of the art and culture of the Italian Middle Ages ... View more info

Anti-Catholicism has a long history in America. And as Philip Jenkins argues in The New Anti-Catholicism, this virulent strain of hatred - once thought dead - is alive and well in our nation, but few people seem to notice, or care. A statement that is seen as racist, misogynistic, anti-Semitic, or homophobic can haunt a speaker for years, writes Jenkins, but it is still possible to make hostile and vituperative public statements about Roman Catholicism without fear of se... View more info

A hugely informed look at the intensifying struggle over the future of the Catholic Church. Despite the popularity of John Paul II, opposition to many of his policies had hardened among Catholics by the time of his death. The Church had become more doctrinaire, the voices of millions of dissenters ignored. Now Robert Blair Kaiser examines the most important and divisive issues confronting the Church. He also gives in-depth portraits of six of the cardinals who gathered i... View more info

SIGNED - This book is the story of the coming of the Cenacle from France to the United States to plant a heavenly seed on the banks of the Hudson. The great sycamore tree in the Cenacle garden of New York symbolizes its blessed growth. To many who have not yet "heard of this treasure" to quote Pope Pius XII, the story will tell the women of America how to reach it. "Blessed are they who find. " Includes notes and an index. 16 pages of photographs, 8 of th... View more info

Michelangelo's The Last Judgment (1534) , painted on the rear wall of the Sistine Chapel in the Vatican, is one of the most important works in the history of art. In this book, the newly cleaned and restored fresco is presented in all its powerful complexity. Richly illustrated with 150 magnificent full-color plates - showing the painting in its entirety and many close-up details - this book offers an in-depth study of the work itself. Clothbound, 207 pages with a select... View more info

Musical settings of the story of Christ's Passion, as recounted by St. Matthew, date back to antiquity. First incorporated into the liturgy as a chant for Palm Sunday, the Passion text of St. Matthew developed over the centuries into elaborate settings for choir and soloists with instrumental accompaniment. J. S. Bach's St. Matthew Passion is widely acknowledged as the pinnacle of this tradition and, even more, as one of the greatest achievements of Western music. Award-... View more info

This is one of several religious books written for children by Cardinal Spellman, rather a rare title. The illustrations and print are all done in maroon against textured cream paper. Unpaginated (29 pages) ; the binding is done in deep red textured paper. The title is not on the spine, but on a pastedown label on the front. There is light wear to the corners and two bumps to the front board; light soiling at the bottom. There are slightly darker marks on the back board,... View more info

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